Celtics vs. Clippers Prediction & Odds
In previous meetings between the Clippers and Celtics, the over has been profitable. Will that be the case when these two teams square off at TD Garden in Boston, MA on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
555 Los Angeles Clippers (+6) at 556 Boston Celtics (-6); o/u 227.5
7:30 p.m. ET, Thursday, December 29, 2022
TD Garden, Boston, MA
Clippers vs. Celtics Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 72% of public bettors are currently backing the Celtics when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Los Angeles Clippers DFS Spin
Kawhi Leonard finished Tuesday’s 124-113 win over the Raptors with 15 points (5-of-12 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), seven rebounds, eight assists, one steal, one block, and one 3-pointer in 35 minutes. Leonard was back in the starting lineup after sitting out Tuesday’s overtime win over the Pistons, with Nicolas Batum (9/7/2/1/1 with three 3-pointers in 26 minutes) returning to the bench. With the Raptors intent on not allowing Leonard to go off, he played the role of facilitator, with four other Clippers scoring at least 20 points. Paul George (23/7/5/1 with five 3-pointers) and Norman Powell (22/1/3/3 with two 3-pointers) combined to shoot 17-of-32 from the field, while Ivica Zubac (23) and Reggie Jackson (20) were also members of the 20-point club. Leonard remains ranked outside the top 100 in 9-cat formats, with availability being the biggest issue.
Boston Celtics DFS Spin
Jayson Tatum finished Tuesday’s win over the Rockets with 38 points (12-of-25 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), eight rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block, and six 3-pointers in 34 minutes. Tatum has scored 30 points or more in six straight games, scoring 40 or more in three. He’s providing 1st-round, per-game value in 9-cat formats for the season, and he’s ranked third in total games value. There’s no doubt that Tatum is firmly in the mix for league MVP as we approach the season’s halfway point. Next are two games against expected title contenders from the West, with the Celtics hosting the Clippers on Thursday before visiting the Nuggets on Sunday.
Clippers vs. Celtics NBA Betting Trends
Clippers are 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings in Boston
Clippers are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games overall
Clippers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 road games
Celtics are 11-3 ATS in their last 14 games playing on 1 days rest
Clippers vs. Celtics NBA Prediction:
The over is 8-3-1 in the last 12 meetings between these two teams and is 4-1 in the last five meetings at TD Garden. The over is also 10-1-1 in the Clippers’ last 12 road games versus a team with a winning home record, is 11-1 in their last 12 road games and is 8-3 in their last 11 games coming off an ATS win. On the other side, the over is 6-2-1 in the Celtics’ last nine games versus a team with a winning record and is 12-4 in their last 16 home games.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: CLIPPERS/CELTICS OVER 227.5